Personnel:
Travis Shook — Piano
Jennifer Vincent — Bass
Jaz Sawyer — Drums
Veronica Nunn — Vocalist
Ron Westray — Trombone
Kebbi Williams — Tenor Sax
Reviews for Awake
Greg Yuska, Jazz Improv’s New York Jazz Guide
“Shook turns the heat up well beyond the boiling point with pyrotechnical technique and raw energy rarely exhibited by the new breed of pianists…”Scott Yanow, All Music Guide
“…consistently showcases Travis Shook at his best…:George Harris, All About Jazz
“Fresh and hot seven years out of the oven, Awake is a prime example of the adage ‘good things come to those who wait…”Edward Blanco, AllAboutJazz.com
“A thoroughly enjoyable set of contemporary jazz, Awake captures an exceptional performance by pianist Travis Shook….”Thomas Conrad, JazzTimes Magazine
“…Shook is something of a mystery man…”